This one-period course is intended to move the student from complete unfamiliarity with the instrument to the ability to tune, play, and practice with confidence and joy. You will need an instrument, a pair of hammers, a tuning wrench, and a stand for your dulcimer. If you do not have a dulcimer, there will be loaners available upon request. No previous musical experience is required. You do not have to read music. In addition to playing skills, the class will cover instrument maintenance and an introduction to chords. At the conclusion of the course, beginners will be able to tune the dulcimer, play scales in the keys of D and G and A, play several tunes from the standard repertoire of dulcimer music, locate all the notes on the instrument, and tune and care for the instrument.

‍Contact the Common Ground office to reserve an instrument for the class. commonground@commongroundonthehill.org